Black Denim / Light Denim

Hiiii there! Man, I’m wishing I could transport myself back to this weather right now. These photos were taken a couple of weeks ago when it was like 65º outside and perfect. This week has STUNK weather-wise. It’s Thursday, right? Yeah, I literally haven’t left the apartment since SUNDAY. Hahaha, oh my gosh. Normally I’ve been getting out for runs or to drive to a park, and I haven’t left the apartment because this snow is depressing me. Thankfully the forecast looks a little more spring-friendly, because I’m ready to get outside for a few minutes here. Going a little stir-crazy! 🤪

Outfit details:

Madewell The Boxy-Crop Jean Jacket in Lunar Wash (similar)
Madewell Central Shirt in Haden Plaid (similar)
Wedgie Straight Light Wash High-Rise Cropped Jeans (similar)
Madewell Indio Sunglasses
The Harper Mule c/o Madewell

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Grand River golden hour

Ahhh, two of my favorite things… golden hour and the Grand River. I’ve been spending so much time down by the water recently, because I’ve taken up running outside. So my loop is to hit the Blue Bridge and run along the path and I honestly forgot how much I love it down here. I went to college right downtown and lived a block away, but had to park across the river (because it was 10x cheaper, haha) so I’d ride my Razor scooter across the bridge whenever I’d have to get to and from my car. Plus, I’ve taken so many pictures for the blog down here. I just have so many memories along this river… it’s just good to be reminded of that every time I’m out running or getting a walk in. Brings me a little peace!

Outfit details:

Madewell Fishtail Anorak (similar)
Madewell High-Rise Skinny Jeans in Mackey Wash
H&M Tank (similar)
Target Wenda Booties

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Between Winter Ave & Summer Ave

Hi there! Onto Thursday. Inching closer and closer to the weekend… woo! Work just announced we can take a half day tomorrow for the holiday weekend, so I’m already looking forward to logging off for a mental break. This week was a little tougher to get through, but I’m doing okay. Still continuing to focus on all the things that normally bring me joy… like exercising, cooking, wine, blogging, New Girl, etc. A routine honestly does help to keep the days chugging along quickly. Not that I ever want time to pass by fast when I’m young, but I just really hate being quarantined. I miss my friends, plans, travels, and meals out. Michigan was just officially extended to April 30 (which we were all expecting anyway) but I really really really hope that May looks a little different. Even if it’s not back to normal, I just want to get a little closer to it.

Outfit details:

Levi's 501 Crop (similar)
H&M Grandpa Cardigan (similar)
Madewell Mini Crossbody
Naturalizer Emiline Loafers

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Alley red

Onto a new week! I feel like April is going by… dare I say, kind of fast? I think it’s honestly because all of my days blur together now, lol. I pretty much do the same thing every day with the same routine. Oh well, at least I’m consistent right now. I’ve been focusing a lot on the “controllables”, like meal-planning, cooking healthy, tracking my points, exercising, cleaning, organizing, tackling some “quarantine” projects like reorganizing old external hard-drives, etc. along with taking time to relax, watch New Girl, drink lots of wine, just listen to music, nap, think, stare out the window. 😂 But blogging has been a good way to sort of keep my mind busy. It forces me to get dressed and go outside (in desolate places, haha), and then between planning outfits, taking photos, editing, writing, etc., it’s definitely a welcome distraction right now.

Outfit details:

Madewell The Jean Jacket in Pinter Wash
H&M Jeans (similar)
Madewell Central Shirt (similar)
Madewell Petaldrop Earrings (similar)
Madewell The Transport Tote
Madewell The Margot Slingback Flat

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Lexington & Bridge

Happy April! March was an insane month. I can’t even believe how it started to how it ended, and everything that happened in between. It’s crazy to think about. Life can change so fast. But I’m so glad to be onto a new month… April showers bring May flowers! So yeah, after really struggling the first two weeks of quarantine, I am now fully embedded into a routine. I read something yesterday that routines are as effective as therapy sessions or antidepressants (don’t ditch your therapist or meds tho!) and I honestly believe it right now. My routine is SAVING me, haha. I just have it in my head that I’m hustling toward a goal of May. Right now I’m just 100% focused on myself… staying as busy as I can while working-from-home, eating super healthy, cooking meals, working out 4x a week, taking my own photos, blogging, keeping up the gram, cleaning and organizing, and having time at the end of the night to relax, drink wine, watch a show, look through photo albums, or whatever. I honestly weirdly feel okay right now, haha.

Outfit details:

Madewell Crewneck Short-Sleeve Bodysuit
Madewell Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans in Hayes Wash
Teddy Coat (similar)
Naturalizer Emiline Loafers

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7 Lake Michigan Lighthouses in One Day

Phew! Here we are, in the midst of the Coronavirus. I had no idea life could change so fast in such a short amount of time, that’s for sure. I guess I’m lucky to say that, my life has been pretty blessed. But this past weekend, I pretty much broke down. Friday night was my lowest point. So Saturday, I was like… what do I love doing most? What can I do in this current situation that will make me happy? Duh, lighthouses. ❤️ I got into my car and just headed straight to Grand Haven, and I decided I was going to see as MANY lighthouses as possible until the sun went down. And that’s exactly what I did. And as cheesy as this sounds, lighthouses have always given me some light in my life, hope, something to look forward to. And the scenes and memories of this day gave me so much peace. As I was climbing dunes and just sitting in the sand taking in the views of the lake and the lighthouses, I just felt like “me”.

Outfit details:

Madewell High-Rise Skinny Jeans in Mackey Wash
North Face Metropolis III Down Parka
Madewell Cuffed Beanie
Ray Ban Clubmaster Sunglasses
Madewell Sidewalk Low Top Sneakers

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